News: CoDOT blocks several lanes on Hwy. 85 due to crash

K.C. Harpring

personal injury Attorney

BRIGHTON, CO – Colorado Department of Transportation had to block several lanes on the southbound Highway 85 and East 168th Avenue last Friday due to a vehicle crash.

Jayson Luber first announced the crash at 6:23 a.m., saying delays could be seen across Commerce City due to the scene-clean-up process and overall investigation period.

Getting busy on 270 across Commerce City.

There is a wreck on SB Hwy 85 at 168th. Several lanes are blocked. pic.twitter.com/1DBqJ1any4

— Jayson Luber (@Denver7Traffic) March 13, 2026

Authorities are working to pinpoint the cause of the crash.

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